1975 Fiat 124 vs. 1986 Maserati 420
To start off, 1986 Maserati 420 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Maserati 420 weights approximately 239 kg more than 1975 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 124 | 1986 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 124 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
